Hot Topics in Athletic Training

MRSA
Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) is a type of staph bacteria that is resistant to some specific antibiotics. Sports provide a unique opportunity for disease to spread because of the physical contact and sharing of equipment and facilities. Staph occasionally invades the skin's surface and cause infection in the form of a boil, impetigo, folliculitis, abscess and cellulitis. LEARN MORE

CONCUSSIONS - Mild Traumatic Brain Injury (mTBI)
Concussions are an injury to the brain caused by external forces or rotational forces which may or may not lead to loss of consciousness. An athlete suffering from concussion may suffer from symptoms including but not limited to amnesia, balance disturbance, nausea, irritability, behavior change, difficulty concentrating.
Concussions can result in severe consequences, early detection and appropriate care is essential to ensure proper healing and recovery. LEARN MORE

MENINGITIS
Meningitis is an infection of the fluid of a person's spinal cord and the fluid that surrounds the brain. Menigitis is usually caused by a viral or bacterial infection. Viral meningitis is generally less severe and resolves without specific treatment, while bacterial meningitis can be quite severe. LEARN MORE